Closeouts. New Balance's Minimus WT20 minimalist trail running shoes are engineered to position the foot in a neutral stance to promote a mid-foot strike, enabling a more natural gait for both neutral and pronating runners. Additionally, this ultralight and highly breathable pair is constructed with a minimal Vibram® outsole and a heel-to-toe-drop 4mm to help simulate barefoot running.

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Reviewed by Thom from Appalachia on Wednesday, February 13, 2013

I use this shoe from trail running to long approaches to walls. On the approaches I am generally carrying a 50 lb pack. The MT20s have most excellent traction, mainly due to the Vibram sole. They are very lightweight and super breatheable.

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Reviewed by WildmanHanson from South Carolina on Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Found this great shoe. A true minimalist feel, but with some support. Great for a variety of activities, including running, hiking and any other sports. However, I wouldn't go around kicking soccer balls or something with it, you may destroy the upper faster than you planned. Also, such a great light shoe to pack and take anywhere with you. When on a plane, I love this in my carry-on when heading for a few days - it's light, easy to pack and super versatile!

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Reviewed by JH Jogger from PA on Wednesday, January 7, 2015

My foot shifts in the shoe. It doesnt seem like you should order a 1/2 bigger I have a wide foot and the size 11's are just a little too big. Nontheless I use them and they are a great deal for the price

I thought about returning these when I got them, because though they are the show in the primary image, they are definitely NOT the shoe in any of the other product images. Still... These shoes ended up being phenomenal. I kept them because of the positive reviews, and I was not disappointed. They are very comfortable on the trail. Only reason this isn't a four is that one of their best features (lightweight material) has lead to the synthetic uppers being easily damaged over the course of a dozen or so hikes... but some have been up mountains, so some tears aren't unexpected. Great shoes, may buy a second pair, even if the pictures are deceptive.

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Reviewed by John from Massachusetts on Friday, October 24, 2014

Very light, comfortable, if a little large (too large for me to wear sockless, but not a big deal). Have only tested them in the gym and on roads so far, but I like them quite a bit there. As mentioned, seems to run large, at least compared to other companies (Keene, Merrell, Teva). Normally I order a 12 and have a snug, comfortable fit, but my foot is a bit loose in these at 12. Needed some breakin (which is unusual for minimalist shoes, I've found). The material directly behind the toe was bending in a way that caused some discomfort during initial wear. Faded after 2 days of general use. These are a close second favorite shoe now after the breakin, plan to take them out to the trail soon.

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The black "lugs" on the sole of mine started coming unglued within a couple weeks. I then moved them to cross fit use and destroyed them in less than a month. Mine were not durable for running and definitely can't take cross fit abuse.